A novel clay–metal–polymer nanocomposite for efficient phenol removal via electrochemical degradation

Key Points

• Efficient phenol removal is achieved through electrochemical degradation methods.
• The novel clay-metal-polymer nanocomposite shows a removal efficiency of over 90 percent for phenol.
• This study employs electrochemical degradation and adsorption mechanisms for pollutant removal.
• The findings suggest this approach may enhance wastewater treatment processes in industrial settings.